Zelfportret 1885

This 1885 self-portrait by Belgian artist James Ensor is a striking example of his unique style. Created with charcoal on paper, the artwork features the artist's face emerging from a dark, shadowy background. The portrait depicts Ensor in a contemplative pose, his gaze intense and introspective. This self-portrait captures the essence of Ensor's artistic vision, which often explored themes of isolation, introspection, and the dark undercurrents of human nature.